1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1983 TVR Tasmin is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flaminia | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Lancia | TVR |
Model | Flaminia | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |